Life Science Research Professional

Life Science Research Professional 1 (Fixed-term 2 years) at Stanford University summary:
The Life Science Research Professional 1 conducts and analyzes experiments focused on neural mechanisms in transgenic mice, including surgeries, behavioral testing, and immunohistochemistry. They maintain detailed records, ensure data integrity, support lab maintenance, and assist in training while adhering to strict safety protocols. This position supports cutting-edge research at Stanford University's Department of Anesthesiology and requires a bachelor's degree in a scientific field.
The Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine, at Stanford University’s School of Medicine, is a world-leading department that offers comprehensive training, perioperative patient care, pain management, and critical care medicine. The department also engages in cutting edge research, encompassing a wide spectrum of programs in basic, translational, clinical, health services and medical education.
The Department of Anesthesiology, Pain & Perioperative Medicine at Stanford University is seeking a Life Science Research Professional 1 (Fixed-term 2 years) to perform basic functions and activities involved in defined research projects, and independently conduct and analyze experiments.
At Stanford University School of Medicine, the work we do touches the lives of those today and tomorrow. Through education, research, and health care, the School of Medicine improves health through leadership, diversity, collaborative discoveries, and innovation in health care. Whether working in departments with faculty, or in units that support the school, our staff are a part of teams that propel us on our journey toward the future of medicine and Precision Health.
Stanford is rooted in a culture of excellence and values innovation, collaboration, and life-long learning. To foster the talents and aspirations of our staff, Stanford offers career development programs, competitive pay that reflects market trends, and benefits that increase financial stability and promote healthy, fulfilling lives. An award-winning employer, Stanford offers an exceptional setting for professionals looking to advance their careers.
The School of Medicine and the Department of Anesthesia are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion for its faculty, staff, residents, postdocs, and fellows. We aim to recruit, support, retain, and promote diversity in our department.
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Duties include:

• Plan and perform experiments in support of research projects in lab and/or field based on knowledge of scientific theory. Interpret and perform basic analyses of results. Independently perform experiments related to understanding the neural mechanisms underlying social behavior in mice. Experiments will involve breeding and maintaining transgenic mouse lines; performing stereotactic mouse brain surgery; transcardiac perfusion and brain slicing; immunohistochemistry and confocal microscopy;

mouse behavioral testing.

• Independently conduct experiments related to understanding the neural mechanisms underlying social behavior in mice. Experiments will involve breeding and maintaining transgenic mouse lines; performing stereotactic mouse brain surgery; transcardiac perfusion and brain slicing; immunohistochemistry and confocal microscopy; mouse behavioral testing.

• Maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes. Must be able to maintain complex, concise and accurate records and data to be used for publications and the projects in the lab.

Ensure data integrity of the animal records system

• Apply the theories and methods of a life science discipline to interpret and perform analyses of experiment results; offer suggestions regarding modifications to procedures and protocols in collaboration with senior researcher.

• Review literature on an ongoing basis to remain current with new procedures and related research.

Offer suggestions regarding modifications to procedures and protocols in collaboration with graduate post-doctoral individuals.

Provide oversight of procedures and make recommendations to PI…